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It's a decision many baby boomers are grappling with: Should I buy long-term-care insurance? The decision has never been more difficult. According to researchers at Georgetown University and Pennsylvania State University, about 70% of individuals 65 and older will need long-term care—whether at home or in an assisted-living facility or nursing home. READ MORE >>

The mortality rate in Massachusetts declined substantially in the four years after the state enacted a law in 2006 mandating universal health care coverage, providing the model for the Affordable Care Act.
In a study released last week, Harvard School of Public Health professors Benjam... READ MORE >>

Many people (41%) spent 15 minutes or less researching their health insurance plan options during the 2013 open enrollment period, according to a survey. That's far less time than they take on other major purchases. READ MORE >>

The luck of the Irish is not enough to protect you against a possible encounter with an impaired driver during St. Patrick's Day. Alcohol-related crashes continue to be the main factor for deaths during this holiday. In 2000 there were 151 fatal car accidents on St. Patrick's Day, half of which were alcohol-related. READ MORE >>

If you’re responsible for a portion, if not all of your health insurance costs, you are well aware of the price tag that comes with the territory. While you can take the easy way out and sign up for the cheapest and most streamlined health insurance policy, you could end up contributing to your out-of-pocket costs considerably. READ MORE >>

We are pleased to announce the Wateridge Family is growing! On August 1st Ted Bauer Insurance Services of Poway will be merging with Wateridge Insurance Services. Ted Bauer Insurance is a well established all lines insurance agency and we are excited for this opportunity to broaden our customer base and add great new insurance professionals to our existing team. READ MORE >>

HR1473 President Obama signed a bill, HR 1473 repealing a provision that would have required employers to offer certain low-wage employees company-paid vouchers to use when buying coverage in state health insurance exchanges. READ MORE >>

Identity theft, spoiled food from a power outage, bail bonds, car seats, massages, discounted gym memberships... What else does your insurance offer that you've never taken advantage of!? Get the heads-up from AM's Best in, "Insurance You Didn't Know You Have": http://content.yudu. READ MORE >>